Tag: Conservation
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Philippine Lawmaker Advocates for Sustainable Agarwood Industry to Boost Farmers’ Income
In a bid to enhance farmers’ earnings and safeguard natural resources, AGRI Party-list Representative Manoy Wilbert Lee has urged the Philippine Congress to enact legislation promoting a sustainable agarwood industry. This call to action follows the seizure of a kilogram of smuggled agarwood, valued at PHP750,000, by the Bureau of Customs at a Pasay City…
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Philippine Eagle Foundation Celebrates New Arrival, Chick 31 Named Riley
The Philippine Eagle Foundation (PEF) marked its 38th anniversary with the introduction of Chick 31, affectionately named Riley, born to parents Dakila and Sinag. The announcement came on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, highlighting a significant achievement in the foundation’s conservation efforts. Riley, born on January 16 at the National Bird Breeding Sanctuary in Barangay Eden,…
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Catanduanes Enhances Marine Mammal Stranding Response Skills
The provincial government of Catanduanes, working alongside the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) 5 in Bicol, has successfully completed a three-day training program aimed at bolstering the capabilities of marine mammal stranding responders. This initiative, which took place last week, was designed to enhance the protection of marine mammals within the province, according…
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Hawksbill Sea Turtle Rescued and Released in Dinagat Islands
In a heartwarming act of conservation, a hawksbill sea turtle was released back into the ocean in Barangay White Beach, Dinagat, Dinagat Islands on Monday, January 6, 2025. The turtle’s release came shortly after it was discovered and rescued by a local resident, Ronel Geraldino. Geraldino promptly notified the Department of Environment and Natural Resources…
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San Jose de Buenavista Releases 50 Olive Ridley Turtle Hatchlings into Antique’s Waters
In a significant move for marine conservation, the local government of San Jose de Buenavista in Antique province released 50 olive ridley sea turtle hatchlings into the sea on January 2, 2025. The release took place in front of the Costa Madrangca Beach Resort in Barangay Madrangca, marking a continuation of the town’s dedicated efforts…
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DOT Chief Advocates for Sustainable Tourism to Boost Livelihoods
At the National Ecotourism Summit held in Pasay City, Department of Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco emphasized the critical need to balance tourism growth with the conservation of natural resources. This balance, she argued, is essential for enhancing livelihood opportunities and ensuring sustainability. The summit, which took place on December 16, 2024, at Conrad Manila, saw…
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Batangas Unveils New Center to Safeguard Verde Island Passage’s Rich Marine Life
In a significant move to protect the Verde Island Passage, known globally as the epicenter of marine biodiversity, Batangas Province has inaugurated the Verde Island Passage Marine Biodiversity Center (VIP-MBC). The opening ceremony, held on December 7, 2024, at the Montemaria International Pilgrimage and Conference Center, was attended by key figures including Governor Hermilando Mandanas…
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Health Alert Issued After Sea Turtle Meat Consumption Leads to Fatalities in Maguindanao
In a tragic incident in Barangay Linao, Datu Blah Sinsuat, Maguindanao del Norte, three individuals lost their lives and 35 others were hospitalized due to suspected food poisoning from eating sea turtle meat. The event occurred on November 26, 2024, when members of the Teduray community consumed improperly cleaned ‘pawikan,’ the local term for sea…
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New Philippine Eagle Chick Hatches at Davao’s National Bird Breeding Sanctuary
In a significant boost for conservation efforts, a Philippine Eagle chick was successfully hatched at the National Bird Breeding Sanctuary (NBBS) in Davao City on November 11, 2024. The Philippine Eagle Foundation (PEF) celebrated the event as a landmark achievement for the sanctuary, which had only recently begun operations. The chick, named #30, was the…
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Juvenile Philippine Hawk-Eagle Rescued and Taken into Care in Antique
In a significant conservation effort, the Community Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO) in Belison, Antique, has taken custody of a juvenile Philippine hawk-eagle. The young bird was captured by residents of Barangay Delima after it was spotted attacking a chick in a local poultry area. The incident occurred on Tuesday evening, and the eagle…
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